Nyaruko: Crawling with Love!

About Nyaruko: Crawling with Love!

Nyaruko: Crawling with Love! (這いよれ！ニャル子さん) blends comedy, romance and sci-fi by Xebec (2012). Below is a fresh retelling of what the story is about. The premise: "I'm Nyarlathotep, the creeping chaos always smiling beside you. But you can call her Nyaruko for short.

From there, one by one, the Great Ones from the Cthulhu mythos are coming to earth to target Nyaruko and her human friend Mahiro. He's utterly clueless about the true nature of his cosmic conflict and just aims to live in peace.

With comedy at the core, timing, character chemistry and running gags decide whether it lands. Mahiro Yasaka (Eri Kitamura) and Nyaruko (Kana Asumi) are two of the characters you will meet early. Think of it as a pick for viewers who want something light between heavier series. With 12 episodes in total, there is enough room for the story to develop.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with Xebec, which means the visual identity of Nyaruko: Crawling with Love! follows that studio's craft. The comedy focus matters here: timing, character chemistry and running gags decide whether it lands. Its 6.6/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. On the casting side, Eri Kitamura voicing Mahiro Yasaka gives the lead role a recognizable voice. It aired in 2012, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.